Technology and scientific breakthroughs in the past couple of decades have led to some amazing new products and new medical treatments/procedures. But many people do not realize how those same breakthroughs and discoveries have reached into dozens of industries, including the large-and-growing running apparel and accessory world.



One of the key factors in running, for exercise or in competition, is individual comfort. After all, if the person is not relaxed and comfortable to begin with, he or she will not run at maximum efficiency. It follows that an inefficient activity will be too short and stressful to be of true benefit to mental and physical health. Monitoring body and surrounding area conditions, with equipment such as the Polar S725 and S725X, can help.

Moisture Management

Some who participate in and study running feel that it is essential to remain protected from the elements. This process can begin with keeping the rain from getting into the clothing, making the apparel heavy and the runner uncomfortable. Running clothes should repel water, of course, but the best in exercise apparel should also allow body moisture to escape (allowing the body to do its natural work by releasing heat and toxins through sweat.

The clothing has to be comfortable and non-binding. Many runners have found items in the Nike Sphere series to be great at keeping the wind at bay as well as helping hold body heat at a proper level. All this is accomplished by the unusual air-pocket design. Designers have provided for controlling music players outside the garment. With a good pair of running pants, the recreational or competition runner can be at his or her best.

Keep In Touch

While choosing the proper running clothes and shoes can go a long way toward ensuring a safe and efficient session, monitoring such processes and levels as body and ambient temperature, altitude and more can be a good step. The can help with such measurements as speed and distance, with the right accessories.

With this new equipment, runners can begin with proper running apparel for the season and track body functions and running conditions as they move along (making sure the clothing is working as it should, among other things). It's interesting to note that some of the newest running clothes are made with material that even provides sunscreen services! Some runners may even move up to some of the new seamless apparel. This alone can increase runner comfort because there are fewer places to cause skin irritation from rubbing. Good choices in apparel and accessories can mean the difference between a great run and a less-than-average session.